Malay Treatments

Traditional
Malay medicine and treatment is a national treasure house
of health disciplines that have been handed down from generation
to generation. With a history of more than a thousand years,
the practice is believed to have its origin in the convergence
of Malay, Arab, Indian, and Chinese influence during the days
of the Malacca Sultanate.

The Malays believe that the human body is made up of 4 elements, being
Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind. A proper balance of all 4 elements is required
for the total harmony of the mind, body and spirit. Therefore, the treatments
offered are designed to seek a balance of all 4 elements for total physical and
spiritual well-being.

Malaysia is blessed with one of the oldest tropical rainforests in the world,
housing an abundance of natural vegetation with healing properties. Malay herbal
treatments use a combination of various indigenous herbs and plants, which
contain natural vitamins, minerals and curative properties such as Cekur (galangal),
Kunyit (turmeric), Sireh (piper betel), and Inai (henna leaves).

At the Spa Village, these long held health and beauty secrets are revived. Treat
yourself to the rich traditional formulation of age-old customs, a unique blend
of natural ingredients and remedies for total health and beauty in the authentic
Malay tradition.

Specialist Recommended Healing Programmes

UKUP
WANGI (SCENTED BODY STEAMING) *
This stimulating ritual was a popular practice in the Malay
court houses among the princesses and court ladies in preparation
for the wedding night. The warm oil with the exotic fragrance
of a combination of several flower buds and sweet spices is
rubbed onto the body. The heat and moist air from the zip-up
bag awakens the skin and muscle tone to a firm, radiant and
smooth texture. Ukup Wangi leaves a hauntingly fresh sweet
aroma, while stimulating your senses.

RENDAM-RENDAM (SITZ BATH) *
This treatment has been practised among Malay women from generation
to generation for the wellness of the genital organs and the
firmness of the vaginal muscles as they age. The curative
properties of the natural antiseptics of Daun Sireh (Piper
betel) and Black Seed relieve and soothe irritations from
fungal infections and heavy discharge as the body is immersed
in the specially prepared herbal concoction. It is highly
recommended for piles and genital discomfort and also helps
to strengthen the uterus after childbirth and menstruation.

SESEGAR BAYU (BODY REJUVENATING TREATMENT)
The relaxing Malay massage using long rhythmic strokes and
thumb rolling techniques soothes every nerve and lulls the
soul. Let your spirit float in ecstasy as the aromatic zip-up
bag scented with Limau Purut (kaffir lime) and Daun Pandan
(pandanus leaves) envelops your body, helping you to relax
deeply and discharge pent-up feelings of stress. Refine the
skin and stimulate blood circulation with the herbal body
scrub before indulging in the freshly brewed herbal bath for
total bliss.

JARI-JEMARI (HAND AND FOOT SOAK)
This treatment is an indulgence for the senses. First, both
the hands and feet are soaked in a warm herbal bath. You can
feel a tingling sensation as the herbs work their way to help
relieve aches, improve circulation, reduce inflammation and
joint conditions. Secondly, a scrub and massage to soothe
and pamper your tired limbs follow this soak.